Services
Book Coaching
Writing a book is one of the most meaningful things you will ever do. It is also one of the most challenging. Book coaching gives you a dedicated partner in the process, someone who knows the terrain and can help you move forward with accountability, clarity, and direction.
Before we dive in, you will complete a brief kickoff questionnaire so I can understand your vision, your goals, and where you are in the writing process. From there, we begin with a roadmap session—a dedicated conversation to map out the architecture of your entire book before a single chapter is written or revised. This foundation saves time, prevents detours, and gives your book roots to grow from.
Sessions are one hour, scheduled around your life and your writing pace. Whether you need weekly momentum or monthly check-ins, we will build a rhythm that works for you.
In our sessions, we may explore the structure of your book, your target audience, your central theme, and the elements that will make your message land with power and precision. I will offer suggestions for revision, ideas for what to add or cut, writing prompts, and specific assignments to carry you to your next session. Between meetings, I will check in on your progress to keep you on track and accountable to the goals we set together. Think of it as having a seasoned editor by your side—one who is as invested in your book as you are.
Book coaching packages are customized to your project and goals; reach out to start the conversation.
If you have a book inside you and you are not sure how to get it out, this is where we start.
Manuscript Evaluation
You've put real work into this manuscript. But somewhere along the way you started losing confidence in it, or maybe you never had it to begin with. You're not sure if the structure is holding together, if your message is landing, or whether you're even close to ready for the next step.
That's exactly what a manuscript evaluation is for.
I'll read your book chapter by chapter and write you a detailed, honest assessment of what's working, what isn't, and what it actually needs. Taking a bird's-eye view of your manuscript, I'll point you in the right direction—giving you a clear picture of where you stand and a practical path to your next steps. Not vague encouragement, and not an overwhelming list of everything wrong.
This is a great fit whether you're writing a business book, a memoir, or a personal development book—and whether you're emerging from a messy first draft or you've been circling the same manuscript for two years wondering why it doesn't feel right yet.
What you'll receive:
A multi-page evaluation report covering your manuscript's strengths, what needs attention, and your clearest revision priorities
A curated list of resources to support the specific things your book needs work on
An optional call after delivery to talk through the findings and map out your next steps together
Manuscript evaluations are priced at $35 per thousand words. A 60,000-word manuscript runs $2,100.
Not sure which type of editing your book needs? This is a great way to figure that out.
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing is about the big picture—the things that no amount of line-level polishing can fix if they're not working. Structure. Clarity. Flow. Whether your argument builds the way it should, whether your chapters earn their place, whether your voice is coming through consistently or getting lost somewhere along the way.
This is the edit that shapes your manuscript into the book it's trying to be. We'll identify what's working, untangle what isn't, and navigate the next stepping-stones in your revision path together, so you know exactly where to focus your energy and why.
What you'll receive:
Manuscript comments and tracked changes focused on structure, content organization, argument flow, messaging, and consistency
A detailed editorial letter outlining the overall revision strategy, with additional resources to support your work on key craft elements
An optional call after delivery to talk through the edit, answer questions, and brainstorm next steps
Not sure where to start? I'm always happy to take a look at your manuscript and recommend the right place to begin.
Line and Copy Editing
Your words matter, and so does how they land on the page. Line and copy editing work together to make sure both are doing their job.
A line edit goes deep into your authorial voice, working through your manuscript line by line to tighten structure, sharpen rhythm, dial in emotion, and help you hone your individual style. Copy editing focuses on the mechanics: grammar, spelling, punctuation, formatting, and consistency. Together, these two levels of editing transform a good manuscript into one that reads with the fluency and confidence your ideas deserve.
Many editors treat these as two separate rounds—and two separate invoices. I combine them into one thorough round, which saves you money without sacrificing quality.
What you'll receive:
Manuscript comments and tracked changes focused on paragraph and sentence structure, word choices, language techniques, repetition, tone, clarity, consistency, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style
One round of revision review to check your rewrites and any added material up to 3,000 words, making sure nothing new slipped through
A comprehensive style sheet documenting the language choices made throughout your manuscript—a valuable reference for your proofreader and for any future books you write
Not sure whether you need a developmental edit first? I'm always happy to take a look and point you in the right direction.
Proofreading
Proofreading is the final polish—the last careful pass through your manuscript before it goes into layout and design. Catching errors at this stage matters more than most authors realize. Changes made after layout are significantly more expensive and time-consuming, so a thorough proofread now protects both your budget and your timeline.
All proofreading at Word Haven Editorial is handled by a carefully vetted member of my subcontractor team—experienced professionals whose sharp eyes I trust with my clients' manuscripts. You benefit from a fresh set of eyes on your work, with the consistency and quality standards you'd expect from working with me directly.
What you'll receive:
A proofread manuscript with corrections to grammar, spelling, punctuation, formatting, and consistency
A style sheet review to ensure all language choices align with the decisions made during editing
Proofreading is most effective after all editing and revisions are complete. Not sure where you are in the process? I'm happy to help you figure out your next steps.
1 We connect and I learn a little about your book, your goals, and your target audience.
2 You get a free sample edit and proposal tailored specifically to your manuscript.
3 You choose the services you want, and we sign a contract.
4 You are entered into my editorial calendar when you pay your deposit. You will receive access to your own author portal where you can access all files, emails, invoices, my Zoom scheduler, and forms.
5 During the edit, I check in with any questions and give you an update.
6 You complete your final payment and receive the final edits and deliverables.
7 You can schedule a follow-up meeting with me to talk about your edit and brainstorm ideas for revisions.
8 I can help you get set up with other publishing professionals for the next steps on your publishing journey.
How it works
